Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.

Decisive play in overtime

Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.

Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.

Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.

With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.

Game Recap

Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.

Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.

In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.

Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.

Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.

Key Stats

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
  • The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
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